CD Reviews

High Energy, Attitude Filled, Amazing Jazz

Victor L. Peters | San Francisco, CA USA | 07/28/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Several years ago I was standing in a record store and found myself tapping my toes to this wonderful song that was playing over the speakers. It was followed by another amazing song, which was followed by two more amazing songs. It was the kind of music, that even though I had never heard it before, was immediately captivating. I went and asked the store what they were playing and it was this CD from the Cheathams. I bought the CD and I've loved it ever since. It is a very high energy Jazz. Jeannie has a beautiful voice with tremendous vocal expression which is perfect for the poignant lyrics that are often rather amusing and blunt (such as the final song that declares "You need a doctor to take thw wrinkles out of your birthday suit.") The beat is very soulful and exciting to listen to.Enjoy!"

Jump Blues and The Cheathams

jere hilton | Madison, Wisconsin USA | 11/11/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Artist Snapshot
Blues drenched Kansas City-style jazz from a couple of bright-eyed veterans. Singer and pianist Jeannie and her trombone-playing husband Jimmy throw plenty of grit into their sassy Swing music. If you are feeling good, throw one of their Concord Jazz CDs on and watch your good mood grow. The Cheathams' always hot lineups have included such soulful musicians as Hank Crawford and their fellow transplanted San Diegan, Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson. The perfect backdrop for barbecues, family reunions, and any activity that combines the sacred with the profane.
- Nick D."